Ledecky Wins 200, 1500 Meter Events at Trials
Katie Ledecky won two very different races Wednesday at the U.S. Swim Trails in Omaha, Neb. She won the 200 meter freestyle and the 1500 meter freestyle. The latter event was… Read More
Katie Ledecky won two very different races Wednesday at the U.S. Swim Trails in Omaha, Neb. She won the 200 meter freestyle and the 1500 meter freestyle. The latter event was… Read More
Five-time Olympic gold medal winning swimmer Katie Ledecky had to miss her graduation day at Stanford University due to a prior engagement: the US Swim Trials in Omaha, Neb. So… Read More
It’s summer, and Montgomery County pools are open to county residents for three-hour sessions. Reservations are no longer required. However, they are encouraged and will provide priority admission. The number… Read More
Montgomery County has relaxed its COVID-19-related swimming restrictions. As of April 14, pools can be operated at 50% capacity. Also, as of April 1, two swimmers have been allowed in… Read More
In her first full meet in almost a year, five-time Olympic gold medalist Katie Ledecky picked up right where she left off, winning the 1500 meter freestyle at the Pro… Read More
Olympic gold medal winning swimmer and Bethesda native Katie Ledecky paid a virtual visit to Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. to spread cheer during the holiday season. “My hometown… Read More
Olympic gold swimmer and Bethesda native Katie Ledecky announced she plans on graduating from Stanford University this fall. She attended Little Flower School and Stone Ridge School of the Sacred… Read More
Montgomery County Recreation Department announced that its outdoor pool season will continue through Oct. 4. Normally Montgomery County opens its seven outdoor pools over Memorial Day Weekend and they close… Read More
A 17-year-old male was rescued Sunday evening while trying to swim the Potomac River. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer explained the situation and near-drowning.… Read More
Beginning Monday, July 20, Montgomery County residents will have access to County pools under daily admission rates. https://twitter.com/MoCoRec/status/1284110894008541184?s=20 Entry rates for County residents will be $7 for adults, $6 for… Read More
Katie Ledecky made the inaugural meet of the International Swimming League in Indianapolis memorable. The Bethesda native beat world champion Ariane Titmus in the 400-meter freestyle by 3.55 seconds and… Read More
The last few weekends of summer – which officially ends September 22nd – are popular for end-of-season dog swims at community pools. Wheaton-Glenmont Outdoor Pool in Silver Spring held their… Read More